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In the study of science

  • A.Deductive reasoning may be used, but inductive reasoning is preferred
  • B.Inductive reasoning may be used, but deductive reasoning is preferred
  • C.Either deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, or both may be used
  • D.Only inductive reasoning is used

Answer: C

In science either deductive or inductive reasoning, or both, may be used.

Induction generalises from observations into a hypothesis; deduction then draws from that hypothesis a prediction which can be tested. The two work together in the cycle of hypothesis and test.

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